Job Description

London Fire Brigade (LFB) is London's Fire and Rescue Service - one of the largest firefighting and rescue organisations in the world. We are here to make London a safer city.



We employ over 5,500 people, across our operational team (our firefighters), control (our call handlers who answer your 999 calls) and our non-operational team (our teams who work behind the scenes to support our front-line services, including HR, IT, Finance, Procurement, Communications etc.).



An opportunity has arisen for an Operations Support Group (OSG) technician post within the Brigade's Operations Support Group based at the Operations Support Centre (OSC) in Barking.



The successful candidate will be part of a team reporting to the managers of the OSG's technical section. The post will deal primarily with the tracking, tracing, servicing, and maintenance of Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) such as breathing apparatus and breathable air cylinders. It is inclusive but not limited to a variety of other equipment such as electronic personal dosimeters; smoke generators; gas tight suits; hose inflation kits and hydrostatic cylinder testing.



It is desirable that applicants have basic mechanical or engineering skills and are confident working with intricate equipment and high pressure systems, are keen to learn and can retain information, are computer literate and are able to work in a team environment but also build good working relationships with staff at various levels. Full training will be given to the successful candidate.



Applicants must possess a full UK driving licence, automatic or manual and will be required to undertake a vehicle and driving familiarisation. You will on occasion be asked to work at and deliver equipment to various sites within London.



The starting salary for this position is 30,167, after 12 months the successful candidate's salary will be uplifted to 35,584, this is subject to the successful completion of the required training courses.



The post holder may have the opportunity to participate in the OSG's on-call rota for which additional payments will be made. This may include the requirement for training as a Brigade emergency response driver.



Applicants should be aware that the post of OSG Technician involves a degree of physical activity in terms of lifting and carrying items of equipment (e.g. 6Kg compressed air cylinders).



Further information about the main duties and responsibilities of the role are detailed in the job description. If you are unable to see the job description, salary range or the full advert, please visit our jobs pages at https://jobs.london-fire.gov.uk/alljobs/ to access the full advert.



We value the diversity of our employees and aim to recruit a workforce which reflects our diverse communities across London. The London Fire Commissioner is an Equal Opportunities Employer and we positively welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, irrespective of people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances. We have guidance in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability.

Assessment Overview

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Stage 1



To apply, please complete the online application, upload a copy of your up-to-date CV and provide evidence to address the following selection criteria:



1. Interpersonal skills in order to develop and maintain good working relationships with staff both internally and externally ensuring high levels of customer care.

2. Administrative and numerical skills in order to maintain records and file information accurately.

3. The ability to familiarise and become proficient in servicing and maintaining the range of equipment and can display experience of similar technical/mechanical/engineering proficiency and understanding.

4. An understanding of good health and safety practice in a workshop environment together with an understanding of the regulations governing the use of display screen equipment.



Please note that we will score the evidence you provide based on the competencies listed in the selection criteria above.



Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend stage 2.



Please ensure you give yourself enough time to complete and submit your application. Late or un-submitted applications cannot be accepted.



Please note any correspondence received from us will be via e-mail and sent to the address you provide on your application form.



Stage 2



Assessment for this role is due to take place mid/late-July 2025 at the OSC in Croydon. Please be advised that if you are unable to make the scheduled assessment date, we may not be able to make alternative arrangements.

Additional Information

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Benefits of working for the London Fire Brigade



26 days' holiday plus bank holidays Flexi-time Scheme (which can result in an additional 12 days annual leave) Additional leave between Christmas Day and New Year Family (including maternity) leave and emergency support leave Free access to the Brigade gym Use of the Brigade's Medical Adviser/physios/fitness advisers Free counselling Season ticket loans Join social networks including our Equality Support Groups Contributory pension scheme Cycle to work scheme Staff discount scheme including access to Blue Light Card retail and hospitality discounts Opportunity to access affordable accommodation



In line with the Basic Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) employment checks will be completed by successful candidates, which will include a Standard criminal records check. Successful candidate will be required to declare any convictions for offences and any offer of employment is subject to the LFC receiving a criminal records disclosure which it considers satisfactory.